A conspiracy theorist might envision a gathering of black - robed Jesuit deans in a dark, candle - lit cellar, murmuring quietly among themselves before uttering solemn promises to support the brotherhood. (fortune.com)
We can make and remake our obligations, even some of our more solemn promises. (faith.org.uk)
And odds are that, once again, he will not face any concrete consequences beyond a solemn promise to do better. (vox.com)